SMG Fluid Reservoir Location?

kerberos · 14-01-2011, 07:17 PM

Hi guys,

New here, great to be join this great and active forum. I currently drive a "normal" E46 SMG, however do have aspirations to get a CSL

one day.

Question is about the SMG Tank/Reservoir - where is it? Anyone got a picture they can post up?

Basically want to check the fluid level to ensure it's where it should be. I don't have any SMG problems (thankfully) right now, however many years of "life experience" have taught me that "prevention is better than cure"

Thanks,

Bounce · 14-01-2011, 08:06 PM

Ive not got a pic to post up matey,but i think if i remember on the standard M3 it is at the back above the dip stick.On a CSL it is at the front by the air intake.Could be wrong though.

need4speed · 14-01-2011, 08:18 PM

As BOUNCE says on a CSL the expansion tank is adjacent to the air intake flap, at least this will give you some idea of what you are looking for on the M3.

Bounce · 14-01-2011, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BOUNCE

Ive not got a pic to post up matey,but i think if i remember on the standard M3 it is at the back above the dip stick.On a CSL it is at the front by the air intake.Could be wrong though.

Just looked in an old M3 manual i have and it is right at the back in line with your dip stick.

shane@mbtech · 14-01-2011, 09:33 PM

its attached to inlet manifold on the normal M3

kerberos · 15-01-2011, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lawsy

its attached to inlet manifold on the normal M3

Thanks guys. I have an idea what to look for now. I guess it would be easier if I have a Coupe SL.

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14-01-2011, 08:06 PM	#2
Bounce CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cornwall Posts: 7,057 Casino cash: $35793	Ive not got a pic to post up matey,but i think if i remember on the standard M3 it is at the back above the dip stick.On a CSL it is at the front by the air intake.Could be wrong though.

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shane@mbtech CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: warrington Posts: 5,419 Casino cash: $19783	its attached to inlet manifold on the normal M3